Claunetta Smith
Portage,MI
Summary
I am currently a CNA of 24yrs that furthered my healthcare care education in medical assisting and psych. I’m looking to continue to learn in an evolving world for patient care and safety.
Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Residential Opportunities
Kalamazoo, Michigan
09.2022 - Current
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
Medical Assistant
Borgess Women's Health
Kalamazoo, MI
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
CNA
Medilodge of Portage
Portage, Michigan
02.2018 - 08.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Patient Care Technician
Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital
Kalamazoo, Michigan
02.2015 - 02.2018
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Ross Medical Education Center
Lansing, MI06-2024
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Indirect Patient Care
- Care Delivery
- Direct Patient Care
- Client documentation
- ADL support
- Patient Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Behavioral Management
- Transportation
- Infection control procedures
- Health Services
- Patient Care
- Charting and documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Goal Setting
- Recreational Activities
- First aid and safety
- Nutrition
- Behavior redirection
- Compassionate client care
- Disability Awareness
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Borgess Women's Health
06.2024 - 09.2024
Direct Support Professional
Residential Opportunities
09.2022 - Current
CNA
Medilodge of Portage
02.2018 - 08.2022
Patient Care Technician
Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital
02.2015 - 02.2018
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Ross Medical Education Center